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Structural wood deck tiles are 24” x 24” (nom.) prefabricated panels of 13/16” Brazilian hardwood slats screwed to three solid wood support battens with stainless steel screws. This results in a tile with exceptional strength, durability and resistance to flexing. They are available in: Ipe, Cumaru, Massaranduba, and Patagonian Rosewood. We can provide FSC Certified wood pavers in: Ipe, Cumaru, Massaranduba and Canary Wood. Structural wood tiles are specifically designed to be used with adjustable height pedestals for construction of elevated decks on rooftops or decks over sloping or uneven surfaces. Alternatively, the tiles can be laid over existing concrete using fixed height spacers to lift the tiles off the surface and ensure good drainage. Structural wood tiles can be used for most commercial or residential applications including rooftop decks, elevated terraces, plazas, and other large exterior spaces. Our structural wood tiles are exclusively constructed from Brazilian hardwood, not just because of its exceptional durability and hardness, but because of its stability across a broad temperature and humidity range and resistance to twisting and warping. CHARACTERISTICS OF BRAZILIAN HARDWOODS Highly resistant to termites, decay and mold Very hard and dense Wear resistant and scuff resistant Class A fire rating High bending and shearing strength Resists warping and twisting Weathers without splintering Lower maintenance than less dense species SKYWALK DECK SYSTEM www.skydeckusa.com 616.308.6309
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  • Structural wood deck tiles are 24” x 24” (nom.) prefabricated

    panels of 13/16” Brazilian hardwood slats screwed to three

    solid wood support battens with stainless steel screws. This

    results in a tile with exceptional strength, durability and

    resistance to flexing.

    They are available in: Ipe, Cumaru, Massaranduba, and

    Patagonian Rosewood. We can provide FSC Certified wood

    pavers in: Ipe, Cumaru, Massaranduba and Canary Wood.

    Structural wood tiles are specifically designed to be used

    with adjustable height pedestals for construction of elevated

    decks on rooftops or decks over sloping or uneven surfaces.

    Alternatively, the tiles can be laid over existing concrete

    using fixed height spacers to lift the tiles off the surface and

    ensure good drainage.

    Structural wood tiles can be used for most commercial or

    residential applications including rooftop decks, elevated

    terraces, plazas, and other large exterior spaces.

    Our structural wood tiles are exclusively constructed from

    Brazilian hardwood, not just because of its exceptional

    durability and hardness, but because of its stability across

    a broad temperature and humidity range and resistance to

    twisting and warping.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF BRAZILIAN HARDWOODS

    • Highly resistant to termites, decay and mold

    • Very hard and dense

    • Wear resistant and scuff resistant

    • Class A fire rating

    • High bending and shearing strength

    • Resists warping and twisting

    • Weathers without splintering

    • Lower maintenance than less dense species

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  • SPECIFICATIONS

    Tile size �����������������������������������������������������������������������23 7/8 in x 23 7/8 in

    Covered area ������������������������������������������������������������24 in x 24 in

    Tile height �����������������������������������������������������������������1 11/16 in

    Wood thickness �������������������������������������������������������13/16 in

    Slats per tile ��������������������������������������������������������������8

    Width of slats �����������������������������������������������������������2 7/8 in

    Slat spacing ��������������������������������������������������������������3/16 in approx�

    Ends & sides finish ��������������������������������������������������S4S E4E (radius 1/8 in)

    Tile weight ����������������������������������������������������������������23�5 lbs

    Surface finish������������������������������������������������������������Ends waxed with paraffin, slats with machined finish, and wood not coated with oil

    Common name �������������������������������������������������������Ipe

    Botanical name �������������������������������������������������������Tabebuia sp�

    Color ����������������������������������������������������������������������������Typically reddish brown color, but can vary from olive brown to blackish, often with lighter or darker striping

    Grain ����������������������������������������������������������������������������Fine to medium texture, grain always interlocked, sometimes very highly oily looking

    Density @ 12% moisture ��������������������������������������1050-1180 kg/m3

    Durability �������������������������������������������������������������������Class A

    Fire rating ������������������������������������������������������������������Class A

    Hardness (Janka) �����������������������������������������������������3680 (very hard)

    Resistance to decay and insect attack ������������Resistant to attack by decay fungi and termites - Not resistant to marine borers

    Modulus of rupture ������������������������������������������������170 MPa

    Modulus of elasticity ���������������������������������������������21 GPa

    Maximum crushing strength������������������������������94 MPa

    Shrinkage ������������������������������������������������������������������7% tangential, 6% radial - 1�2 tangential/radial shrinkage ratio

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  • INSTALLATION ON ADJUSTABLE PEDESTALS

    For installation on adjustable pedestals, it is very important that the structural integrity of the tile is maintained when cutting

    edge tiles. This may require relocating one (or two) of the support battens and re-attaching these to the slats from the

    underside of the tile. It may also be necessary to drill and countersink additional holes when re-inserting screws.

    It is also important that an adequate number of pedestals are used around the perimeter of the paved area, and that the

    perimeter is bounded by a low wall or some other restraining structure to prevent the tiles from moving.

    We offer a range of adjustable height pedestals for use with our wood structural pavers, ensuring that they meet specified needs

    or requirements, taking into consideration weight loading, height, ease of installation and overall cost.

    INSTALLATION ON GRADE

    If installing solid wood pavers over a firm substrate such as concrete, we do not recommend laying them directly on the

    substrate, for the following reasons:

    • If wood is allowed to remain in contact with water for extended periods, it may result in some swelling of the bearers and

    possibly temporary warping or twisting of the wood slats.

    • Unless the tiles are all laid parallel to the slope (and not in an alternating checkerboard pattern), the bearers on the

    underside will prevent water flowing freely underneath the tiles.

    • If the substrate is slightly uneven, the pavers could “rock” on the surface, or one or more of the edges may protrude,

    creating a potential tripping hazard

    For best results we thus recommend laying the tiles on fixed height polypropylene pedestals (as low as 1/2” elevation) installed

    at each corner.

    Our structural wood tiles are supplied without any factory applied oil coating. We strongly recommend that tiles are coated

    with a good quality decking oil as soon as practical after installation to maintain the attractive color of the wood as long as

    possible, reducing the rate at which the wood will weather naturally to a silvery grey color.

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    INSTALLATION

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  • Our structural wood tiles are constructed exclusively with

    Brazilian hardwood, which is noted not only for its stability in

    service but also its long life, hardness, excellent weathering

    properties and resistance to insect attack. Therefore the tiles

    can be expected to maintain their attractive appearance

    over a long period with minimal ongoing maintenance.

    APPEARANCE

    Brazilian hardwood typically exhibits variation in both color

    and grain which can vary both from tile to tile and within

    the individual slats of a single tile. These variations add to

    the character and overall appearance of the finished project.

    STORAGE

    If the tiles have been supplied on a pallet with stretch

    wrapping, all the plastic wrapping should be removed and

    the pallet left in a shaded or covered position out of

    direct sunlight until the tiles are installed.

    SEALING

    As supplied, the wood tiles do not have any sealer or decking

    oil applied to the surface. However a wax is applied at the

    ends of the slats to minimize slight cracking or checking. If

    the tiles are not coated with any sealer or decking oil after

    installation and left to fade naturally, slight “bleeding” of the

    wax on the ends may give the appearance of water staining

    on the ends of the wood slats.

    We always recommend applying a high quality sealer to the

    tiles as soon as practical after installation which can not only

    reduce the rate of fading but can to some extent help to

    mitigate loss of moisture on the top of the wood slats

    which can minimize small cracking and splitting. Note that

    a small amount of cracking and splitting can be expected

    as part of the natural weathering process.

    MAINTAINING TILE COLOR

    The rate at which the wood color fades depends largely

    on the degree of exposure to direct sunlight, the

    climatic conditions and the frequency at which any

    preservative treatments are applied (ie: Ipe tiles will fade

    naturally to a silvery grey color if exposed to UV in sunlight).

    To slow this natural fading effect and to keep the appearance

    of the tiles in their optimum condition, as soon as

    convenient after installing the tiles, we strongly recommend

    a good quality decking oil is applied with a brush or

    roller. Decking oils which contain trans-oxide pigments or

    other proprietary UV absorbing or reflecting

    compounds and have a high solids content are

    preferred for longer term results and extended periods

    between applications of the decking oil/sealant. These

    specialized products will help maximize the durability,

    beauty and value of your deck tiles and assist in

    maintaining the original wood color as long as possible.

    Some proprietary products will also provide additional

    protection against mold and mildew.

    PERIODIC CLEANING

    From time to time, it may be necessary to use a

    commercial cleaning product to both clean the surface of

    the deck and kill mold spores. Deck brightening products

    may also used, providing you carefully test the product in

    an inconspicuous area to ensure that it will achieve the

    results you require.

    PRESSURE WASHINGA pressure washer may also be used to remove any built-

    up of dirt, mold or mildew from the surface of the tiles.

    Although Ipe wood is an exceptionally hard and dense

    species, we recommend that you first test the pressure

    washing on an inconspicuous area.

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    MAINTENANCE

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